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LOL… All the Way to the Gym

All workout and no play? Not according to this activewear! Whether you rise and shine at 5am or sweat it out after a long day at the office, chances are you might need a little encouragement to get your butt to the gym on the daily. Ditch those dingy tees with last year’s sweat stains and get motivated with these laugh-out-loud tees and tanks – because laughing burns calories too!

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Top Ten Toddler Safety Tips

Safety begins at home and should be a consistent factor everywhere you go. This is especially true if you have young children. Toddlers are vulnerable to accidents, so protecting them from harm should be foremost in all that you do. We’ve rounded up ten of the most important safety tips below to guide you at home and when you’re planning a trip with your kids.

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Hand Hygiene, A Must for Beating Cold Viruses This Season

It’s almost the peak of cold and flu season and that means that viruses are inevitable – door knobs, tabletops and bathrooms are just a few of the many places that put us at risk. Common colds are the number one reason that children miss school and adults miss work. The average person gets between 2-3 upper respiratory infections (URIs) per year, making this the most common infection in humans. Over 80% of these infections are viral and cannot be treated with antibiotics, which can only treat bacterial illnesses. Yet year after year, patients ask for them as a quick and easy fix when none are necessary. Taking them may in fact harm you.

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The Benefits of Eating Together As a Family

Did you know that sharing meal times as a family is good for kids? Family meal time is the glue that holds busy families together. The interaction that takes place over meal times keeps kids grounded and parents in touch with their kids’ victories and struggles on a regular basis.

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Debunking Common Fitness Myths for Success in 2015

The new year is officially here and with it comes a flurry of goals to accomplish in 2015. Among those goals, getting fit and losing weight are some of the most popular. However, it’s important to base exercises off fitness facts rather than fiction, which is why we wanted to share a quick visual from Nautilus Inc. on common fitness myths.

Packing Your Hospital Bag for the New Baby

The arrival of a new baby will definitely send any household into a flurry of activity in preparation. When the birthing day arrives, you must be ready with all necessary items in your hospital bag. Not sure where to start? Read on to know about the top must-have items you need to bring with you so you can welcome your new bundle of joy with comfort and convenience.

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8 Free (or Almost Free) Valentine’s Day Ideas

Valentine’s Day is almost here. Have you made your restaurant reservation, made heart-shaped treats for the kids, bought a romantic gift for your honey, picked out a sexy outfit and booked a sitter? Whew…and all this is for what? To end the night at a crowded restaurant where they hike up the prices in the name of romance?

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